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ArticleBJPsych open2016

Internet cognitive-behavioural treatment for panic disorder: randomised controlled trial and evidence of effectiveness in primary care.

Adrian R Allen, Jill M Newby, Anna Mackenzie, Jessica Smith, Matthew Boulton, Siobhan A Loughnan, Gavin Andrews

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7 authors.

Adrian R Allen, PhD.
Jill M Newby, PhD.
Anna Mackenzie, MPH.
Jessica Smith, MSc.
Matthew Boulton, FRANZCP.
Siobhan A Loughnan, BPsych.
Gavin Andrews, AO MD, Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, School of Psychiatry, University of New South Wales at St Vincent's Hospital, Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundInternet cognitive-behavioural therapy (iCBT) for panic disorder of up to 10 lessons is well established. The utility of briefer programmes is unknown.

aimsTo determine the efficacy and effectiveness of a five-lesson iCBT programme for panic disorder.

methodStudy 1 (efficacy): Randomised controlled trial comparing active iCBT (

resultsiCBT was significantly more effective than waiting list control in reducing panic (

conclusionsThe five-lesson Panic Program has utility for treating panic disorder, which translates to primary care. Adherence may be enhanced with therapist contact. DECLARATION OF INTEREST: None. COPYRIGHT AND USAGE: © The Royal College of Psychiatrists 2016. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Non-Commercial, No Derivatives (CC BY-NC-ND) licence.

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PMCPMC4998930

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